NurseGuyBri

NurseGuyBri

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  1. I'm seeing a lot of unprofessional posting here related to venting about patients

    NurseGuyBri replied to Garethaus's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    OH, and I hear people keep saying "Venting". I dont even see it as venting, it's

  2. I'm seeing a lot of unprofessional posting here related to venting about patients

    NurseGuyBri replied to Garethaus's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Well I guess I can put in my two cents. I do not believe, in any way, that the postings that I have read to this point constitute any unprofessional activity. I have read posts about patients. What...

  3. SICK of BSN Pedestal

    NurseGuyBri replied to DUDERNGUY's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I'm sorry, but I don't have a BSN. I have a diploma RN. I have a BA Social Science. The prerequisites, for me, were ensuring I knew how to write like a professional, read like a professional, be...

  4. Did I violate the confidentiality agreement?

    NurseGuyBri replied to NurseAVO's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Wow. If you're a positive, caring, professional person there should not be any issue with facebook. You didn't violate any patient confidentiality issues, but you may have violated the company policy....

  5. Why do we eat our young?

    NurseGuyBri replied to jreynrn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    It's very sad that there is such a stigma around nursing eating their young. I really cant even say why it happens, but I do know we can stop it. That's all there is to it- Keep holding each other up...

  6. Nurses Notes

    NurseGuyBri replied to nurseywifeymommy1's topic in General Nursing

    there is actually a book "Charting Made Easy". you can find it at barnes and nobles, and it goes through quite a few different types of documentation. Experience, though, is the best way to learn, as...

  7. New LPN.. Not sure where to go from here.

    NurseGuyBri replied to NurseReese's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi Reese! I'm a DON at a Long Term Care Facility. I hire new graduates often, and I hope that you don't get discouraged. There are jobs out there. Sometimes it just takes a while. There are so many...

  8. New lpn that is feeling discouraged

    NurseGuyBri replied to angelg86's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    HUG.. You are feeling what almost EVERY new nurse feels, especially in Long Term Care. If you truly got into nursing for the right reason (for residents and patients), then stick with it. There is a...

  9. Is the LPN class hard??

    NurseGuyBri replied to prettywomen2's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I do not know of any online LPN classes. There is too much hands-on you will need. It is very difficult, but definitely doable. Do not do it for the money, the work is hard and you will earn every...

  10. I'm a CNA and passed LPN boards what now..

    NurseGuyBri replied to liz321474's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Be careful! In most states, regardless of the capacity you work, the department of health professions will hold you to the highest licensure you have. Although you need to go in- professionally it's...

  11. Starting New Job FINALLY after 2 Years, Advice for Prep

    NurseGuyBri replied to fadedstars34's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Trust me, it would probably be intimidating even if you got a job right out of class. Its stressful no matter what. The best advice I have is to make sure you pay attention to the person training you...

  12. Recommendations: Long sleeve shirt to cover tattoos

    NurseGuyBri replied to mmills63's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Honestly- do not listen to the "get rid of your ink" comments- For me, ink has become just as natural as my skin. It's not worth it to get rid of them, to me. Times are a-changing! I'm a RN, DON with...

  13. Newbie!

    NurseGuyBri replied to nurse_jv's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Hey man how about an update??? Always good to hear new nurses in the

  14. Male nurse advantage?

    NurseGuyBri replied to Ansumana's topic in Male Nursing Students

    I live in Hampton Roads, VA. Here, there is a good mix of male and female nurses. I dont think one has a harder time than the other, it all comes down to what you have to offer and how you present it....

  15. HOWS L.I.F.E as a MALE Nurse???

    NurseGuyBri replied to Student Nurse_7's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Life is good. I'm treated respectfully and appropriately. My pay is good, but that's because I'm a DON. In the end, I really enjoy being a nurse and am very glad I went into the profession (it was...

  16. Over bearing DON

    NurseGuyBri replied to sbergmann17's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I agree with both of the above. As a DON, I love hiring new grads but I tend to stay on them. In the end, it's for 3 reasons. Protection of the patient, Protection of you (new nurse), and protection...

  17. You are LVN, why are you applying CNA or MA?

    NurseGuyBri replied to jigzawnurse28's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Don't work as a CNA. You're not a CNA, you're a nurse. It will be difficult to find a job, there is so much out there and we are inundated with applications. It's easy to get lost in the mix. I will...

  18. Not a nurse? Then, why does LPN stand for Licensed Practical Nurse?

    NurseGuyBri replied to tjmiller's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Any RN that speaks to anyone in that way has reduced his/her integrity and professionalism. I am an RN, I was an LPN. I know that both are invaluable as healthcare partners. I wish everyone agreed. I...

  19. What are your thoughts on patients who request no male nurses taking care of them?

    NurseGuyBri replied to Mike A. Fungin RN's topic in Men in Nursing

    Odd. I have never had this issue. I HAVE had a patient say that I was a jerk once, but of course I'm not (lol). You have to remember that perception of the patient is their TRUTH and reality, so if...

  20. Nursing School Tomorrow!

    NurseGuyBri replied to KendallMarie's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Kendall, Tell us how it

  21. Nurse to be

    NurseGuyBri replied to FutureFabNurse's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I went to LPN school and freaked out- then went to RN school (still freaked out). It's hard, but worth every second!!! we had a lot of MA's in our class so I think you'll be

  22. Nurse to be

    NurseGuyBri replied to FutureFabNurse's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I'm a nurse. And you are welcome! I've learned that a positive attitude, respect, and understanding with a few pounds of humility make being a nurse

  23. Hi! Interested in becoming an LPN.

    NurseGuyBri replied to ryanx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Honestly, Money. I already knew I enjoyed being around people and helping people, but there wasn't enough $$ in Psych or social science around here. I met my current boyfriend (5 years now) who was in...

  24. Starting class Monday!

    NurseGuyBri replied to StephAltman's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Please do! The beginning is always harder because of all the new things floating around- I'll tell you though, the reward when I received my license was worth every

  25. Nervous LVN Student

    NurseGuyBri replied to dreamingtobeaRN's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I am very, very glad that I achieved my LPN and then went on to get my RN- it does and can happen! The years of experience I made (and money) while being an LPN was **invaluable** when I started RN...